For most high school students, prom is the reward for four years of hard work. The date, the dress, the fancy up-do -- not to mention post-prom parties -- it's all part of a magical rite of passage that you'll likely always remember.

Unfortunately, the ticket, perfect dress and limo come with a price tag that not everyone can afford. With this in mind, Sista Pride, a Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee initiative, in conjunction with Fuel Milwaukee (formerly Young Profesisonals of Milwaukee), developed the "Who's that sista?: Princess for the Prom" makeover contest.

The project is helping 300 girls go to their high school prom.

"Sista Pride became aware of the fact that many of the Club's members were not attending their proms due to the cost involved," says Christine Finerty, Sista Pride and "Princess for the Prom" volunteer.

In order to achieve their goal of sending 300 girls to the prom, "Princess for the Prom" asks that the public donate anything prom related to the cause.

"We need new and gently used women's formal wear, including dresses and pant suits, new or used shoes, undergarments, accessories and financial support so that this can be a continued project," Finerty says.

To be a part of this contest the girls had to complete an application with a letter of recommendation, a typed letter addressing questions that have to do with leadership and a volunteer hour log.

All applicants have a chance to win one of the prize packages, which are named for precious gems. The top package is Diamond, followed by Ruby and Sapphire. The Diamond prize package will be for a select 15 girls and will include "the works" for prom: dresses, tickets, hair and nails. Ruby winners will get a dress and accessories and Sapphire winners receive a dress.

"This event is designed to help young women participate in a rite of passage that they may not have otherwise been able to enjoy, as well as to help them realize their full potential through defining what leadership means and identifying those qualities within themselves," Finerty says.

"This is an opportunity to help raise the confidence in young women as well as offering them a chance to gain a greater understanding of the importance of giving back to the community. Regardless of their situation, every young women has the right to realize their full potential."